Akbar (jan 1, 1556 – jan 1, 1605)

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- Mughal Emperor
- "The Great"
- Married several Hindu Rajput princesses but did not force them to convert
- Incorporated many Hindus into political-military elite
- Supported building of Hindu temples, mosques, palaces and forts
- Softened Hindu restrictions on women
- Policy of religious tolerance
- Constructed special house of worship where he presided over intellectual discussion with representatives from many religions
- Created state cult that blended Islam, Hinduism, and Zoroastronism
- Created Zamindars who collect5 taxes and carry out his will

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